Blessed be the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, forever. Welcome to the Bible teachings, the Word of our God, which is a Lamp and a Light to our paths (Psalm 119:105).
There are only two paths set before every person: the path of LIFE and the path of DEATH.
Jeremiah 21:8“Tell this people, ‘This is what the Lord says: See, I am setting before you the way of life and the way of death.’”
The path of Life leads to “salvation,” while the path of Death leads to “eternal destruction” (the lake of fire).
The path of Life is straight and has few divisions (just like in John 14:6), where the Lord Jesus said, “I am the Way,” and no one comes to the Father except through Him.
John 14:6“Jesus answered, ‘I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.’”
(Meaning there is no shortcut or alternate route to reach the Father… there is only one, and that is JESUS CHRIST, not through any famous person, living or dead, nor through any prophet in the Bible.)
But the path of Death is full of divisions. It may start as one path but eventually branches out into many.
Proverbs 14:12“There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death.”
Notice how it says, “the ways of death,” not “the way of death,” implying that there are many such paths. The path of Death is none other than the “devil.” Just as the path of Life is through the Lord Jesus, so the path of Death is through the “devil.”
Satan is worshiped through many things: he can be worshiped through trees, stones, soil, or things like money, people, religion, etc. That’s why the Bible says that this path (Satan) ends in “ways of death”—meaning there are many such paths.
This is also why the Bible speaks of many gates of hell (see Matthew 16:18). The gates of hell represent all the paths that can lead a person to hell.
The prophet Isaiah further elaborates these paths through the revelation of the Spirit. He distinguishes between the “WAY” and the “HIGHWAY.”
Isaiah 35:8“And there will be a highway, and it will be called the Way of Holiness; the unclean will not journey on it; it will be for those who walk in that Way; and fools will not wander onto it.”
“The Highway” is the “Way of Life,” and the “Way” by itself is the “Way of Death.”
He continues by saying that this “Highway” will be called the “Way of Holiness,” and it will be for those who travel on it.
Isaiah 35:8“And there will be a highway, and it will be called the Way of Holiness; the unclean will not travel on it; it will be for those who walk in that Way; and fools will not wander onto it.”
This means that all who walk the path of Life (Jesus) must have “holiness” as their seal, just as Hebrews 12:14 says.
Hebrews 12:14“Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.”
They must also be “travelers.” A traveler remains in a vehicle for the duration of their journey and doesn’t cling to things that may come their way along the journey. Our vehicle for this journey is the GRACE OF GOD. While on this journey to heaven via the path of Jesus, the things of the world should not cling to us.
1 Peter 2:11“Dear friends, I urge you, as foreigners and exiles, to abstain from sinful desires, which wage war against your soul.”
Finally, he says, “Though they be fools, they will not stray from that path.”
If you are seen as foolish for choosing to follow the HIGHWAY of HOLINESS and living as a TRAVELER on this earth, the Bible says “you will not stray from that path.”
No matter if the world sees you as lost, out of your mind, or confused… God sees you on the right path, and you possess great wisdom, because the end of that path is ETERNAL LIFE, and you will meet the Lord, who will wipe away your tears.
Revelation 7:15-17 “Therefore, they are before the throne of God and serve him day and night in his temple; and he who sits on the throne will shelter them with his presence.‘Never again will they hunger; never again will they thirst. The sun will not beat down on them, nor any scorching heat.For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; he will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.’”
Revelation 7:15-17
“Therefore, they are before the throne of God and serve him day and night in his temple; and he who sits on the throne will shelter them with his presence.‘Never again will they hunger; never again will they thirst. The sun will not beat down on them, nor any scorching heat.For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; he will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.’”
So, what path have you chosen today? The Highway of Life? Or the Path of Death?
Deuteronomy 30:14-15“The word is very near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart so you may obey it.See, I set before you today life and prosperity, death and destruction.”
CHOOSE THE PATH OF LIFE, and WALK IN THE HIGHWAY OF HOLINESS.
GOD BLESS YOU.
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Prudence is the noun form of the verb “to be cautious” or “to act carefully.”
It simply means carefulness or discernment.
For example:
In the Bible, the word appears in several passages, such as:
Daniel 2:13–15 (NIV) So the decree was issued that the wise men were to be put to death, and men were sent to look for Daniel and his friends to put them to death. When Arioch, the commander of the king’s guard, had gone out to put to death the wise men of Babylon, Daniel spoke to him with wisdom and prudence. He asked the king’s officer, “Why did the king issue such a harsh decree?” Arioch then explained the matter to Daniel.
Daniel 2:13–15 (NIV)
So the decree was issued that the wise men were to be put to death, and men were sent to look for Daniel and his friends to put them to death. When Arioch, the commander of the king’s guard, had gone out to put to death the wise men of Babylon, Daniel spoke to him with wisdom and prudence. He asked the king’s officer, “Why did the king issue such a harsh decree?” Arioch then explained the matter to Daniel.
Proverbs 1:1–4 (NIV) The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight; for receiving instruction in prudent behavior, doing what is right and just and fair; for giving prudence to those who are simple, knowledge and discretion to the young.
Proverbs 1:1–4 (NIV)
The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight; for receiving instruction in prudent behavior, doing what is right and just and fair; for giving prudence to those who are simple, knowledge and discretion to the young.
Joshua 22:24 (NIV) “No! We did it for fear that some day your descendants might say to ours, ‘What do you have to do with the Lord, the God of Israel?’”
Joshua 22:24 (NIV)
“No! We did it for fear that some day your descendants might say to ours, ‘What do you have to do with the Lord, the God of Israel?’”
A Call to Prudence in Christian Life
As believers, we are also called to live with prudence in this world.
Although we live in the world, we should not be yoked together with it in ungodly ways. Those who lack prudence often get entangled in worldly pleasures, the deceitfulness of wealth, and the desires for other things—eventually becoming unfruitful.
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This verse captures a universal human experience: the deep refreshment that comes when a weary or thirsty soul receives unexpected good news. The image of someone parched and finally receiving cold water conveys both urgency and relief. In spiritual terms, this parallels the human condition—our souls thirst for meaning, hope, and reconciliation with God.
The “good news” mentioned here is not just any good news. While there are many types of good news in life—success in business, academic achievement, childbirth, promotions—these are temporary joys rooted in earthly life.
But Proverbs 25:25 emphasizes “good news from a distant land.” In biblical theology, that distant land symbolizes Heaven, the eternal realm of God. The ultimate “good news” from Heaven is the Gospel of Jesus Christ—the message of salvation, redemption, and eternal life through Him.
In John 6:33–35, Jesus Himself identifies as the divine sustenance that quenches the deepest thirst of humanity:
[33] “For the bread of God is the bread that comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.” [34] “Sir,” they said, “always give us this bread.” [35] Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.” (NIV)
This passage aligns perfectly with Proverbs 25:25. Jesus is the “good news from a distant land.” He came down from Heaven to offer eternal life, peace with God, and freedom from sin. Through His death and resurrection, He satisfied the justice of God and opened the way for us to be reconciled with the Father (2 Corinthians 5:18–21).
Many around us are spiritually dehydrated. They chase after temporary comforts but are left empty. Jesus said in John 7:37–38:
“Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.” (NIV)
As recipients of this divine refreshment, we are called to be messengers of the good news—to tell others about Jesus and offer them the same hope that changed us.
Let us not keep this life-giving news to ourselves. As Jesus commissioned us in
Mark 16:15, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.”
This good news from Heaven is desperately needed in our world today.
So, let’s rise up, empowered by the Spirit, and share the Gospel—living water for thirsty souls.
Question:
We often hear people say, “We bless the Name of the Lord” or “We bless God.” But is it really possible for a human being to bless God or His Name? Or is it only God who can bless people and bless their names?
Answer:
Yes, God can bless a person’s name — and at the same time, we can also bless the Name of the Lord. The confusion usually comes from how we understand the word “blessing.”
The word blessing means “to add value, honor, or privilege to something or someone that did not have it before.” That value or honor can come in the form of a gift, a position, or a title.
When a person gives another a gift, we often say “he blessed that person.” Likewise, when someone is given honor or a special opportunity, we can say “he was blessed.”
In the same way, God can bless us with opportunities, honor, or gifts. But we, too, can bless God by giving Him honor, praise, or offering Him something of value. This act of giving God honor is what the Bible calls “blessing the Lord.”
The greatest gift we can give God — the blessing we can offer Him — is our very lives, together with the praise of our lips.
Perhaps you’re asking: “Where in Scripture do we see people blessing the Lord?”
2 Chronicles 20:25–26 “So Jehoshaphat and his men went to carry off their plunder, and they found among them a great amount of equipment and clothing and also articles of value—more than they could take away. There was so much plunder that it took three days to collect it. On the fourth day they assembled in the Valley of Berakah, where they praised the Lord. This is why it is called the Valley of Berakah to this day.”
2 Chronicles 20:25–26
“So Jehoshaphat and his men went to carry off their plunder, and they found among them a great amount of equipment and clothing and also articles of value—more than they could take away. There was so much plunder that it took three days to collect it.
On the fourth day they assembled in the Valley of Berakah, where they praised the Lord. This is why it is called the Valley of Berakah to this day.”
Do you see? Verse 26 says they “praised the Lord” — and how did they bless Him? Through praise.
2 Chronicles 20:18–19 “Jehoshaphat bowed down with his face to the ground, and all the people of Judah and Jerusalem fell down in worship before the Lord. Then some Levites from the Kohathites and Korahites stood up and praised the Lord, the God of Israel, with a very loud voice.”
2 Chronicles 20:18–19
“Jehoshaphat bowed down with his face to the ground, and all the people of Judah and Jerusalem fell down in worship before the Lord. Then some Levites from the Kohathites and Korahites stood up and praised the Lord, the God of Israel, with a very loud voice.”
The same truth is confirmed again in the Psalms:
Psalm 63:3–4 “Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you. I will praise you as long as I live, and in your name I will lift up my hands.”
Psalm 63:3–4
“Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you.
I will praise you as long as I live, and in your name I will lift up my hands.”
So, when we worship in spirit and in truth, our praises actually bless the Name of the Lord.
Psalm 96:1–2 “Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day.”
Psalm 96:1–2
“Sing to the Lord a new song;
sing to the Lord, all the earth.
Sing to the Lord, praise his name;
proclaim his salvation day after day.”
Job also understood this:
Job 1:21 “The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised.”
Job 1:21
“The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised.”
But remember this important truth: even if you or I do not bless the Lord’s Name with our words or with our lives, we take nothing away from Him. He is already being worshiped by multitudes of angels in heaven. The loss is only ours. God will always remain God — worthy of worship and glory — even without us!
2 Timothy 2:12–13 “If we endure, we will also reign with him. If we disown him, he will also disown us; if we are faithless, he remains faithful, for he cannot disown himself.”
2 Timothy 2:12–13
“If we endure, we will also reign with him. If we disown him, he will also disown us;
if we are faithless, he remains faithful,
for he cannot disown himself.”
The Lord bless us.
Maranatha!
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Question: What did the Apostle Paul mean when he said, “The kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power”?
Answer: Let’s go back to the verse itself:
1 Corinthians 4:20 “For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power.”
1 Corinthians 4:20
“For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power.”
When Paul says that the kingdom of God is not a matter of “talk,” he does not mean the Word of God. The Kingdom of Heaven is built upon the Word of God as its foundation, and without it, there is no Kingdom of God—only the kingdom of darkness.
What Paul is emphasizing is that the Kingdom of God does not consist of empty words without the power of God, but in words that are backed by His power. In other words, signs and wonders accompany the message of the Kingdom.
Paul further explains this by the revelation of the Spirit in:
1 Thessalonians 1:5 “Because our gospel came to you not simply with words but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and deep conviction. You know how we lived among you for your sake.”
1 Thessalonians 1:5
“Because our gospel came to you not simply with words but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and deep conviction. You know how we lived among you for your sake.”
In the same way, we must also preach the gospel not with empty words or persuasive speech aimed at attracting people, but with evidence and demonstration of the Spirit. This means that signs and wonders should follow us. And the first miracle is when people genuinely repent of their sins and turn away from them.
Paul also confirms this in:
1 Corinthians 2:4 “My message and my preaching were not with wise and persuasive words, but with a demonstration of the Spirit’s power.”
1 Corinthians 2:4
“My message and my preaching were not with wise and persuasive words, but with a demonstration of the Spirit’s power.”
May the Lord help us.
Proverbs 17:22: “A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”
Explanation: This verse underscores the profound connection between our emotional and spiritual well-being and our physical health. The Bible teaches us that our emotions—particularly our inner state of peace or distress—can directly affect our physical health. For instance, the body’s immune system can be weakened by stress or despair, whereas joy and peace can promote healing. Proverbs 17:22 highlights the reality that a crushed spirit, stemming from sorrow, discouragement, or hopelessness, can “dry up the bones,” meaning it can lead to physical deterioration. However, a joyful, cheerful heart acts like “good medicine,” offering healing and vitality.
This isn’t just a metaphorical idea; modern science has confirmed that emotional well-being impacts physical health. Theologically, this points to the truth that God created us as whole beings—body, soul, and spirit—and they are interwoven. When one part suffers, the whole is affected.
How do we cultivate a cheerful heart?
By living according to God’s promises in His Word.Scripture is full of promises from God to His people. Jesus frequently encourages us to “take heart” or “be of good cheer” in times of trouble. For example, in John 16:33, Jesus says,
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
This promise not only assures us that challenges will come, but also that we can find peace and joy in Christ, knowing that He has overcome everything. Theologically, this speaks to the hope Christians have in the victory of Christ over sin, death, and all the troubles of the world. Jesus has secured peace for us, and this peace transcends our circumstances. By choosing to focus on His promises, we choose joy.
Similarly, in Philippians 4:6-7, Paul writes,
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
This passage reminds us that peace is a gift from God when we bring our concerns before Him in prayer. His peace guards our hearts, making us resilient to emotional distress.
Jeremiah 30:17 reinforces this, where God promises,
Jeremiah 30:17, “or I will restore health to you and heal your wounds,’ says the Lord, ‘because they called you an outcast, saying, ‘This is Zion; no one seeks her.’”
This promise not only speaks of physical healing but also the emotional restoration that comes when God’s people return to Him. God is not only concerned with our physical health but also with the restoration of our entire being—body, mind, and spirit.
In Jeremiah 30:18-19, God assures His people:
Jeremiah 30:18-19,”Thus says the Lord: ‘Behold, I will bring back the captives of Jacob’s tents, and have mercy on his dwelling places; the city shall be rebuilt upon its own mound, and the palace shall remain according to its own plan. Then out of them shall proceed thanksgiving and the voice of those who make merry; I will multiply them, and they shall not diminish; I will also glorify them, and they shall not be small.”
This passage points to God’s redemptive work—not only in physical restoration but also in bringing joy and peace to His people. He promises to rebuild, restore, and multiply them, with their hearts overflowing with gratitude and joy.
By embracing fellowship with others.Fellowship with other believers is a powerful way to nurture a cheerful heart. In Hebrews 10:24-25, we are commanded:
Hebrews 10:24-25, “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”
God designed the body of Christ to work together, encouraging and strengthening one another in faith. There is immense power in community, especially when we gather to share our burdens, pray for one another, and remind each other of God’s promises.
Paul, in his ministry, often relied on the support and encouragement of fellow believers. Acts 28:15 records how, when Paul was greeted by the believers in Rome
Acts 28:15, “When Paul saw them, he thanked God and took courage.”
The fellowship of believers gave Paul renewed strength and courage to continue his mission. This shows that community and mutual encouragement can have a profound impact on our spiritual and emotional well-being.
Theologically, this is a reflection of the Church as the Body of Christ, where each member plays a vital role in supporting the others. As 1 Corinthians 12:25-27 reminds us:
“There should be no division in the body, but that its parts should have equal concern for each other. If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.”
When we are united in Christ, we strengthen each other, and this unity contributes to our spiritual health and joy.
By focusing on God’s promises and actively engaging in Christian fellowship, we can cultivate a cheerful heart that brings healing to both our spirit and our body. Through these means, we align ourselves with God’s will and experience His peace, which transcends all understanding.
May the Lord bless you.
The holy angels in heaven, who give glory to God day and night, are excellent teachers of praise and our heavenly choir. They have been placed before us to teach us how to worship and sing to God at heavenly standards. They may not instruct us on how to preach, but when it comes to praise, they have lessons for us.
Lesson One: They Cover Themselves
The angels of praise (the Seraphim and Cherubim) use much of their wings to cover themselves from head to foot when standing before God to give Him glory.
Isaiah 6:1-2 (NIV) “In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple. Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying.”
Isaiah 6:1-2 (NIV)
“In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple.
Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying.”
This shows that before presenting praise to the Creator of heaven and earth, the first requirement is modesty.
But today, many stand before God in worship and praise with exposed chests, bare backs, uncovered thighs, and even immodestly exposed bodies and women with uncovered heads.
The question is: Who taught them this? Who taught them to worship and praise half-naked? Was it the holy angels of God? The clear answer is no they were taught by Satan. And the one receiving that kind of praise is not the God of heaven but the devil of this world and of the pit.
Lesson Two: They Preach Holiness
The angels of praise in heaven the Seraphim and Cherubim are heard calling to one another: “Holy, holy, holy.”
Notice this: they were not declaring to God that He is holy (as if He needed to be informed). No! They were proclaiming to one another, reminding themselves and others that the Lord is holy, and therefore everyone must remain in holiness because God is holy and cannot dwell in impurity.
Isaiah 6:3 (NIV) “And they were calling to one another: ‘Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory.’”
Isaiah 6:3 (NIV)
“And they were calling to one another: ‘Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory.’”
This is the unending song of the angels in heaven day and night:
HOLY, HOLY, HOLY!
And this must also be the song of the saints on earth. Not because God needs the information
He is already holy and will remain so forever but because we need to remind ourselves that God is holy, and therefore we must continually pursue holiness. This is the kind of praise that pleases God!
Not singing while living double lives. Not worshiping while committing adultery, idolatry, or other sins.
For the Word of God says:
Hebrews 12:14 (NIV) “Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.”
Hebrews 12:14 (NIV)
“Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.”
Songs or sermons that do not proclaim holiness are nothing but the devil’s slogans, which bring satanic rewards. You don’t have to be a witch to belong to Satan; simply singing for him is enough to make you his. Preaching and praising while living in sin makes you the devil’s servant.
If you have the gift of singing, stop treating it like entertainment or a career brand. The work of God is not a label or brand—it is a ministry. Do not model yourself after worldly artists branded by Satan to carry out his will. Instead, pray for them to be saved rather than imitate them.
If you choose to sing to the Holy One above
Wear proper clothing!
Preach holiness!
Live in holiness!
May the Lord help us!
Answer: Let’s go back to the Scripture…
John 12:3–5 “Mary therefore took a pound of expensive ointment made from pure nard, and anointed the feet of Jesus and wiped his feet with her hair. The house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume. But Judas Iscariot, one of his disciples (he who was about to betray him), said, ‘Why was this ointment not sold for three hundred denarii and given to the poor?’”
John 12:3–5
“Mary therefore took a pound of expensive ointment made from pure nard, and anointed the feet of Jesus and wiped his feet with her hair. The house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume.
But Judas Iscariot, one of his disciples (he who was about to betray him), said,
‘Why was this ointment not sold for three hundred denarii and given to the poor?’”
“Nard” comes from a small plant known scientifically as Nardostachys. This plant produces small pink flowers (see picture above) and tiny black fruits. From these, an essential oil nard oil is extracted. It was used in making natural medicines and very costly perfumes, more expensive than most others.
Perfume made from nard was considered extremely precious in biblical times, and it still remains expensive today because of the difficulty in sourcing the plant.
Nardostachys grows in the Himalayan mountain ranges, particularly in Nepal, parts of India, and China. It grows at elevations between 3,000 to 5,000 meters above sea level (5,000 meters is close to the height of Mount Kilimanjaro). Because it grows only in such high and limited areas, it is very rare, which explains why nard ointment was so valuable.
From this, we understand that the ointment Mary used to anoint the Lord had been imported from far away (outside Israel) and was extremely costly. The value three hundred denarii was roughly equivalent to about six million Tanzanian shillings today.
Other passages that mention nard include Song of Solomon 1:12 and Song of Solomon 4:13–14.
To learn more about what we can gain from the woman breaking her alabaster jar and pouring it on the Lord’s head, see here: “She broke the jar and poured it on His head.”
Answer: Let us go back to the text.
Song of Songs 2:9 “My beloved is like a gazelle or a young stag. Look! There he stands behind our wall, gazing through the windows, peering through the lattice.”
Song of Songs 2:9
“My beloved is like a gazelle or a young stag. Look! There he stands behind our wall, gazing through the windows, peering through the lattice.”
The word lattice refers to a large window in an upper story. These were different from the small, ordinary windows in ground level houses.
An example of such a window is the one from which King Ahaziah fell and was injured:
2 Kings 1:2 “Now Ahaziah had fallen through the lattice of his upper room in Samaria and injured himself. So he sent messengers, saying to them, ‘Go and consult Baal Zebub, the god of Ekron, to see if I will recover from this injury.’”
2 Kings 1:2
“Now Ahaziah had fallen through the lattice of his upper room in Samaria and injured himself. So he sent messengers, saying to them, ‘Go and consult Baal Zebub, the god of Ekron, to see if I will recover from this injury.’”
Another example is the window through which Queen Jezebel looked out before being thrown down by the eunuchs:
2 Kings 9:30–33 “Then Jehu went to Jezreel. When Jezebel heard about it, she put on eye makeup, arranged her hair and looked out of a window. As Jehu entered the gate, she asked, ‘Have you come in peace, you Zimri, you murderer of your master?’ He looked up at the window and called out, ‘Who is on my side? Who?’ Two or three eunuchs looked down at him. ‘Throw her down!’ Jehu said. So they threw her down, and some of her blood spattered the wall and the horses as they trampled her underfoot.”
2 Kings 9:30–33
“Then Jehu went to Jezreel. When Jezebel heard about it, she put on eye makeup, arranged her hair and looked out of a window.
As Jehu entered the gate, she asked, ‘Have you come in peace, you Zimri, you murderer of your master?’
He looked up at the window and called out, ‘Who is on my side? Who?’ Two or three eunuchs looked down at him.
‘Throw her down!’ Jehu said. So they threw her down, and some of her blood spattered the wall and the horses as they trampled her underfoot.”
You may also compare this with the word “shubaka” as used in Proverbs 7:6.
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In our Christian journey, we experience different seasons of grace. Early in our walk with God, He often carries us through challenges. Like a child learning to walk, we are helped, guided, and sometimes even carried. But just as a child eventually must learn to walk on their own, there comes a time in spiritual growth when God expects us to make decisions—wise, faithful decisions—on our own. This is a sign of maturity.
In Genesis 19, Lot and his family are rescued from Sodom. At first, they are physically taken by the hand and led out of danger by angels—an act of sheer grace and divine compassion.
“When he hesitated, the men grasped his hand and the hands of his wife and of his two daughters and led them safely out of the city, for the Lord was merciful to them.” —Genesis 19:16
But then, a shift happens. Once they are outside the city, they are given clear instructions:
“Flee for your lives! Don’t look back, and don’t stop anywhere in the plain! Flee to the mountains or you will be swept away!” —Genesis 19:17
At this stage, the responsibility shifts to them. The grace that carried them is now calling them to act. Lot’s wife, however, looks back—an act of disobedience and longing for what God had condemned—and she turns into a pillar of salt.
This story illustrates that grace is not just about being saved; it’s also about obeying and growing. It moves from external help to internal responsibility.
In Revelation 3:14–22, Jesus rebukes the church of Laodicea for being lukewarm—not hot or cold. This is symbolic of many Christians today: we know the truth, we’ve heard the sermons, seen the miracles, and read the Word, but real inward transformation is lacking.
“So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am about to spit you out of my mouth.” —Revelation 3:16
The danger is in thinking that spiritual knowledge is the same as spiritual growth. But grace in this season requires movement, not just memory. It’s not about how much you’ve heard, but how much you’ve obeyed.
Even Jesus stopped “pulling” people after a point. In John 6:67, when many disciples left, He turned to the Twelve and asked:
“You do not want to leave too, do you?” —John 6:67
In other words: You know enough now. What will you choose?
Hebrews 6 gives one of the strongest warnings in the New Testament:
“It is impossible for those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, who have shared in the Holy Spirit… and who have fallen away, to be brought back to repentance. To their loss they are crucifying the Son of God all over again and subjecting him to public disgrace.” —Hebrews 6:4–6
This passage is controversial but theologically clear: it warns against apostasy—not just making mistakes, but a complete turning away after fully knowing the truth. Such people aren’t ignorant; they’ve experienced the depth of God’s grace and still choose rebellion.
The writer uses an agricultural metaphor to explain:
“Land that drinks in the rain… and produces a crop… receives the blessing of God. But land that produces thorns and thistles is worthless… and in the end it will be burned.” —Hebrews 6:7–8
The message? God’s grace is real—but so is His judgment.
Many of us are still waiting to be “pushed” into prayer, reminded to go to church, urged to fast, or begged to avoid sin. But if you’ve already been led out of spiritual darkness—if you’ve tasted God’s goodness—it’s time to walk intentionally with Christ.
The New Testament urges us to “make your calling and election sure” (2 Peter 1:10). This means taking responsibility for your spiritual growth. Lukewarm Christianity doesn’t work in these last days. Jesus is returning—and the time to be serious is now.
“Let the one who does wrong continue to do wrong; let the vile person continue to be vile; let the one who does right continue to do right; and let the holy person continue to be holy.” —Revelation 22:11
“Look, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to each person according to what they have done.” —Revelation 22:12
If you’ve already been saved, don’t long for the things God rescued you from. Don’t assume grace will always “pull” you along. This is the season of action.
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses… let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” —Hebrews 12:1
You’re outside the city now. Run. Don’t look back.